Commemorative coins
On some occasions, Norges Bank issues commemorative coins to mark events of cultural, historical or national importance. Commemorative coins are either in the form of special edition circulation coins or gold and silver jubilee and commemorative coins.
Gold and silver jubilee and commemorative coins differ from other Norwegian coins in terms of both design and shape. These coins are nevertheless legal tender like other Norwegian coins. When such coins are issued, it may be decided that they are to be put into circulation at a premium above their nominal value. The difference between the face value and the premium may then be used for the common good.
Special edition circulation coins have been issued by Norges Bank on several occasions since 1975. These have had identical technical specifications and the same nominal value as the equivalent ordinary circulation coin, while the design may differ on one or both sides.
Links to articles on various commemorative coins issued by Norges Bank are available below.